Sanyuka TV producer and media personality Badru lost his life in a devastating road accident along Entebbe Road after leaving Thursday night’s celebrity boxing showdown at Supremacy Lounge in Nakulabye.
The crash also left popular presenter Brian Macona seriously injured. He was rushed to hospital, where he is currently receiving treatment in the Intensive Care Unit.
The pair had reportedly attended the much-talked-about boxing clash between TikToker Chicken Chicken and comedian Shawa before setting off for home. However, their journey was cut short when the vehicle they were travelling in collided with another car.
Badru is reported to have died at the scene, while videos circulating online show a shaken and injured Macona moments after the crash.
Known for his behind-the-scenes work in television, lifestyle content, trade marketing, and coverage of celebrities and cultural events, Badru had built a respected name in Uganda’s entertainment industry. His sudden death has left colleagues, friends, and fans mourning the loss of a vibrant media personality.
The tragic accident comes only days after Macona reportedly spoke out about his vehicle being vandalised in a separate incident, adding to what has been a difficult period for the presenter.
Police investigations into the cause of the collision are ongoing, and authorities are yet to release further details surrounding the fatal crash. Meanwhile, tributes continue to pour in for Badru as the nation prays for Macona’s recovery.
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